Rebuilding a staircase in 1870s house.

An important job in this project is of course the stairs.

To be able to remove the old and install new 1x7x3/4 treads and risers, we had to suspend the railing from the ceiling.

Whole House Restoration 2502 E Grace St.

We've recently taken on a big project in a whole house restoration at 2502 E Grace St. This attached house was built in 1879. It has been severely neglected for the better part of two decades. The group that took this project on is concerned with not only providing clean, modern living space, but preserving as much of the historical character of the building as possible. It is a historic tax credit project, which is something that we specialize in.

After a month of selective demolition, we were finally able to get to work on framing the house. We finish the family room floor and have moved to framing the ceiling of the first floor/floor the second floor.

We're using the original girders that rest in pockets in the brick wall.

The joists were not salvageable, so we have to put new ones in.

Restoring 1860s Farmer's Market Cupola Cupola in Petersburg

We recently completed a project for the City of Petersburg to restore the cupola over their 1860s Farmer's Market on 9 E Old Street.

Years of wear, tear, and a bit of neglect had taken their toll on this architectural gem. 

Before

We rented a man-life to reach the top of the Farmer's Market for access to the cupola

This job required restoration of the windows, frames, sills, and all of the sashes along with the soffitt.

Completed and like new.